Question

Use the claim to answer the question. Schools should run throughout the year with several short breaks instead of closing for the summer. Is each piece of evidence relevant or not relevant to the argument? (2 points) Relevant Not Relevant Students lose some of their learning when they have a long summer break. Many students prefer to learn by doing projects instead of by reading books. Year-round school allows facilities to avoid overcrowding because student groups can be staggered. Many schools offer programming before and after school to supplement learning

Answer 1

Here’s the relevance assessment for each piece of evidence:

1. Students lose some of their learning when they have a long summer break. - Relevant (This supports the argument for year-round school by highlighting the negative impact of long summer breaks on learning retention).

2. Many students prefer to learn by doing projects instead of by reading books. - Not Relevant (While this may relate to teaching methods, it does not directly support the argument for year-round schooling).

3. Year-round school allows facilities to avoid overcrowding because student groups can be staggered. - Relevant (This supports the argument by providing a logistical benefit to year-round schooling).

4. Many schools offer programming before and after school to supplement learning. - Not Relevant (This addresses supplementary programming rather than the structure of the school year and its impact).

In summary:

• Relevant: 1 and 3
• Not Relevant: 2 and 4